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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

K40 ELWMOT history

K40 ELW is a black diesel Audi A3 first used on 19 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 90,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2026.

K40 ELW black Audi A3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
90,253 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 ELW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 ELW was last recorded at 90,253 miles on 30 Oct 2026, 17,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,638 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
17,615 miles
Average per year
4,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,253 miles
  • 2025 – 72,638 miles
  • 2024 – 69,497 miles
  • 2018 – 62,923 miles
  • 2017 – 56,252 miles
  • 2016 – 48,726 miles
  • 2015 – 42,052 miles
  • 2014 – 34,451 miles
  • 2013 – 27,421 miles
  • 2012 – 20,516 miles
  • 2011 – 13,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,253 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEml light on

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 15 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,253 miles (+17,615)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    90,253 miles
    Test number
    255355345065
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  2. Pass72,638 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,638 miles
    Test number
    113943551323
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass69,497 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    166965978087
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Fail69,481 miles (+6,558)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,481 miles
    Test number
    696695988985
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass62,923 miles (+6,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,923 miles
    Test number
    637334787035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall damage
    • AdvisoryUnder/trays fitted can not see components

  6. Pass56,252 miles (+7,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,252 miles
    Test number
    404646712398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,726 miles (+6,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    781175681464
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-tray fitted obscuring some components.

  8. Pass42,052 miles (+7,601)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,052 miles
    Test number
    687456705187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,451 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,451 miles
    Test number
    947316814199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail34,420 miles (+6,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,420 miles
    Test number
    679602604109
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  11. Pass27,421 miles (+6,905)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,421 miles
    Test number
    528918003174
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass20,516 miles (+7,182)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,516 miles
    Test number
    405858992033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,334 miles
    Test number
    695295001137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 ELW

Does K40 ELW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 ELW is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 ELW?
The MOT on K40 ELW is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 ELW done?
K40 ELW was recorded at 90,253 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2026, an average of 4,949 miles a year.
Has K40 ELW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 ELW has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 ELW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K40 ELW find?
K40 ELW passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; eml light on.

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